Right-of-Way, Intersections & Turning Rules practice test: free New York DMV Permit questions

Sample Practice Questions for Right-of-Way, Intersections & Turning Rules

1. Question 1Ref: NY Driver's Manual — Chapter 5: Intersections and Turns — Right-of-Way

   At an all-way stop, if two vehicles arrive at the same time, who goes first?

   AThe largest vehicleBThe driver on the leftCThe driver on the rightDWhoever honks first
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   C. The driver on the right

   When arrival is simultaneous at an all-way stop, the driver on the right has the right-of-way. Size, impatience, and signaling do not change that rule. If you arrived clearly first, you proceed first. Take turns visibly and never assume the other driver will yield correctly — hesitation with a clear plan beats aggressive guessing.

2. Question 2Ref: NY Driver's Manual — Chapter 5: Intersections and Turns — Turns

   Before turning left at a green light, you should:

   AFlash high beams and proceedBHug the center line and turn immediatelyCYield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians, then turn when safeDTurn from the right lane only
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   C. Yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians, then turn when safe

   A left turn is allowed only when you can complete it without conflicting with oncoming vehicles, cyclists, or pedestrians. Signal early, position safely, wait for a clear gap, and never assume oncoming traffic will slow. A green light permits the turn but gives you no priority over those already lawfully in the intersection.